Activity Assistant

Island Health; Cumberland; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health Cumberland Lodge in Cumberland, BC is seeking an Activation Assistant to support activation and socialization programs for clients and provide personal care assistance as needed. Under supervision, you will promote safety and quality standards in daily activities.

The role requires a Grade 12, Activation Assistant program completion, two years related experience, and a valid BC Class 4 driver's license with registration in the BC Care Aide registry.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with Activation Assistant program and 2 years of related experience or equivalent.
• Valid BC Class 4 driver's license (unrestricted).
• Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activation and socialization programs for clients.
• Provide personal care assistance as required.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Teaching

Vehicle operation

Education

Grade 12

Activation Assistant program

BC Care Aide registry

Class 4 driver’s license

Job description

Cumberland Health Centre/Dialysis/Lodge (CHC) - Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Cumberland Lodge

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

As Required

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$31.64 - $31.64

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Dec. 1 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority(Island Health), patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the general supervision of the Manager or designate, the Activity Assistant assists with the provision of activation and socialization programs for clients, and provides personal care assistance for client participants as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, completion of a recognized Activation Assistant program, plus two (2) years of recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Class 4 driver's license (unrestricted). Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.

Skills And Abilities

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Deal with others effectively.
• Physically carry out the duties of the position.
• Teach.
• Operate related equipment, such as a 11-25 passenger, lift equipped van.